The casinos in Laughlin are about two hours south of Las Vegas and are another Nevada option for 24-hour gambling and entertainment. Laughlin, on the Colorado River and situated in the Mojave Desert, has 10 casinos, most within walking distance of each other on the main strip, which is South Casino Drive. Each offer gambling, dining and hotel accommodations.
Try to beat the house at the Aquarius Casino Resort, which recently completed a $20 million renovation of its guest rooms. Aquarius boasts the city's "largest variety of table games" as well as sports betting. Try your luck in the Keno lounge or in the live poker room. Aquarius hosts many gambling tournaments as well as live concerts. Acts such as the Beach Boys, Trisha Yearwood and Kid Rock have all played the on-site Outdoor Amphitheater.
Treat yourself to a sit-down meal at the Vineyard Ristorante, specializing in Italian cuisine, or enjoy the daily champagne brunch at Windows on the River Buffet restaurant. Snacks, coffee and adult beverages are available at stands and bars throughout the casino. After a long day of gambling and dining, spend the night in one of the two newly-renovated 18-story hotel towers.
Aquarius Casino Resort
1900 S. Casino Drive
Laughlin, NV 89029
800-662-5825
theaquarius.com
You can gamble and party in style at the Colorado Belle Hotel & Casino, a hotel built to look like a Mississippi paddle wheel riverboat from the 19th century. The Colorado Belle, or simply the "Belle," is home to 65,000 square feet of gambling space for everything from slot machines to Keno. For poker players, there are daily Texas Hold'em games for all skill levels and daily poker tournaments.
The Belle has many choices for dining, from Mark Twain's barbecue to the all-day Captain's Buffet. Beer lovers will enjoy a refreshment at the Boiler Microbrewery, the city's only brewery. The Belle hosts many special events such as a summer regatta on the Colorado River, July 4th fireworks and there's often a comedian performing in the resort showroom. Should you find yourself exhausted, retire to one of hotel rooms or suites.
Colorado Belle Hotel & Casino
2100 S. Casino Drive
Laughlin, NV 89029
702-298-4000
coloradobelle.com
Let lady luck be your guide at the Golden Nugget, open 24 hours a day. Explore the casino's tropical environs and try your luck at slot machines or a casual game of craps and blackjack. If you are the gambling kind, the Golden Nugget has you covered. There's high-stakes Roulette or three-card poker, plus special tournaments for blackjack and bingo. Sports fans can lounge in the Sports Bar while enjoying a beverage and/or betting on the game. Those seeking to dance can try the on-site nightclub, which features a DJ on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.
The Golden Nugget is home to many dining options for the hungry gambler. Sit down for a seafood meal at Joe's Crab Shack or steak at Saltgrass or grab a quick bite at the Deli. Those looking to spend the night can choose one of the 300 hotel rooms and suites, each with a tropical theme.
Golden Nugget
2300 S. Casino Drive
Laughlin, NV 89028
702-298-7111
goldennugget.com
